Acushnet Creamery at Pier 3
- 230 MacArthur Drive
- New Bedford, MA 02740
- 508-995-9909
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Offering takeout & Outdoor dining)
Acushnet Creamery At Pier 3 is Acushnet Creamery's 3rd location. Serving the same delicious homemade ice cream we all know and love. All of the ice cream, frozen yogurts, and sherbets are homemade right at the creamery. As they have expanded, their menu has grown to include over 50 flavors, including new dairy-free sorbet. In addition… click for more details
Buttonwood Park Zoo
- 425 Hawthorn Street
- New Bedford, MA 02740
- 508-991-6178
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Buttonwood Park Zoo, the most visited attraction in Bristol County
Buttonwood Park Zoo is your nature connection! Come visit one of the finest small zoos in the United States and encounter animals from home and around the world. Take a journey through the "Berkshires to the Sea" exhibits to meet black bears, mountain lions, river otters, bald eagles, and seals. Cross… click for more details
Fort Taber Military Museum
- 1000 South Rodney French Boulevard
- New Bedford, MA 02744
- 508-994-3938
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Located on the southern tip of the city in Fort Taber Park and operated by the Fort Taber Historical Association, Inc., the museum preserves and interprets New Bedford’s long and rich military history. Walk through the museum and you will see artifacts from every major American War, the evolution of Clark's Point to Fort Rodman, as well as photos and… click for more details
Fort Taber/Fort Rodman Park
- South Rodney French Boulevard
- New Bedford, MA 02744
A 50-acre waterfront park that provides over a mile of ocean frontage located on scenic Clark’s Point which projects into Buzzards Bay. The park incorporates historical landmarks, offers many amenities and various opportunities for passive and active recreation. The centerpiece of the park is the historic Fort Rodman, built between 1857 and 1871 as part of the nation’s sea coast… click for more details
Ready to embark on a whale of a good time? Discover this one-of-a-kind collection of sites, stories, and adventures. The Massachusetts Whale Trail links nearly 40 museums, attractions, whale watching excursions, historic sites, and tours dedicated to our special connection with these beloved creatures of the deep. The only missing element? You. Make a splash by visiting the points of… click for more details
New Bedford Fire Museum
- 51 Bedford Street
- New Bedford, MA 02740
- 508-992-2162
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The New Bedford Fire Museum is a unique place dedicated to the presentation of the development of urban fire fighting technology, equipment, and organizations. A preserved collection of antique equipment and memorabilia is on display at the Fire Museum at Old Station No.4 just outside the Historical District. Old Fire Station No. 4 was built in 1867 and is possibly… click for more details
New Bedford Whaling Museum
- 18 Johnny Cake Hill
- New Bedford, MA 02740
- 508-997-0046
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The Museum is the largest museum in America devoted to the history of the American whaling industry and its greatest port, New Bedford. It houses the most extensive collection of art, artifacts, and manuscripts pertaining to American whaling in the age of sail - late 18th Century to the early 20th Century - when sailing ships dominated merchant trade and… click for more details
Painting at Splash
- 772 Purchase Street
- New Bedford, MA 02740
- 508-995-9095
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At Painting at Splash, you are the artist! Add some wine (BYOB) and you will surely tap into your creative side. With step-by-step instruction and a little music, you and your friends will create your very own masterpiece with a splash of your own uniqueness. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! (Just a desire to have fun) click for more details
Richard C. Wheeler Bay Learning Center
- 114 Front Street
- New Bedford, MA 02740
- 508-999-6363
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Discover your Bay at the Buzzards Bay Coalition’s Richard C. Wheeler Bay Learning Center, a free environmental exploration center located in downtown New Bedford’s Historic District. The Bay Learning Center is your destination to learn about our local waters and how you can protect and enjoy them. click for more details
Seaport Art Walk
- Pier 3/Fisherman's Wharf
- New Bedford, MA 02740
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This annual large format outdoor public art installation transforms New Bedford's working waterfront by local artists. Over a dozen pieces are temporarily installed along MacArthur Boulevard, the City and State piers, and in the city’s Seaport Cultural District. click for more details
The Zeiterion Performing Arts Center
- 684 Purchase Street
- New Bedford, MA 02740
- 508-997-5664
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The Zeiterion Theater, the city's performing arts center, offers a full calendar of events and features a broad range of the highest caliber of national and international performing artists and programs set in a meticulously restored Vaudeville era theater. click for more details
Whaling City Expeditions
- 228 MacArthur Drive
- New Bedford, MA 02740
- 508-984-4979
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Whaling City Expeditions provides top-notch harbor tours, private charters, mooring rentals, water taxi and launch, landside destinations and great customer support.
All tours depart from City Pier 3 at 228 MacArthur Drive, New Bedford @ the Waterfront Visitor's Center. FREE parking at the pier!
Buy your tickets online or right at the boat.
Adults - $18
Seniors - $16 (62+)
Child - … click for more details
Wonder Bowl
- 66 Hathaway Road
- 508-993-1746
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One of the largest bowling alleys in southeastern Massachusetts, Wonder Bowl features 40 lanes, full-service snack bar & grill and 200+ feet of luncheon counter overlooking the lanes. click for more details